NEW (MATERIAL)

This function enables the user to create a new material model and define the associated parameters in the table illustrated in Figure 11.9.2. The user can click  button corresponding to the associated parameter to define the load curve of this parameter. For example, for 36# material model, if EXPON=7, it is allowed to define load curve for eight parameters.

Figure 11.9.2  Material Model Parameter Table

NOTE: The FLD CURVE NUMBER is listed at the end of every material table. This item is not needed for stamping simulation, except MAT-39 is chosen in stamping simulation. This information is output to the INDEX file during the output of LS-DYNA input files. The information is utilized by eta/POST in the FLD option. The user can define the FLD curve for the material in the Forming Limited Curve button.